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Melting Slicks
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New owner - first post
I had a '72 base motor coupe years ago but grew tired of fussing with the carb. From there went to '95 Z28 then a diversion to an '00 4runner which I still have (my ski-mobile). The itch recently grew worse and I had to apply a cure in the form of an '00 FRC in pewter/black that I picked up last night. In very nice condition with 60K miles the $15 price tag seemed very reasonable. It has a few things that need attention but all the important stuff is there and works. There are some "rattles down under" that I'll need to chase - any advice on common problems appreciated!
Jack
Jack
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Learn how to pull your DIC trouble codes from the dash in case you have any issues so we can help. Recommend you pull them now and record them for your records and then delete/reset them. There are over a dozen modules in the C5 that can throw codes. The C5 is the only Corvette that lets you do it yourself. In 2005 and later Corvettes GM deleted this feature for obvious dealer business reasons.
Here is a video on how to do that:
I also recommend you make sure the 4 windshield cowl udders are not clogged and cause problems. There is also one for the A/C drain that if it is clogged can dump water/condensate into the car around the Body Control module in the passenger foot well and cause significant issues you don't need.
Checking these and making sure they are free and clear to flow water is not hard and a great preventive maintenance thing to do.
I have some great info on how to locate these at home. If I forget to post later for you please remind me.
Have fun. Mr. Sam
Here is a video on how to do that:
I also recommend you make sure the 4 windshield cowl udders are not clogged and cause problems. There is also one for the A/C drain that if it is clogged can dump water/condensate into the car around the Body Control module in the passenger foot well and cause significant issues you don't need.
Checking these and making sure they are free and clear to flow water is not hard and a great preventive maintenance thing to do.
I have some great info on how to locate these at home. If I forget to post later for you please remind me.
Have fun. Mr. Sam
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From: Columbia SC
Here is the link on udders. Pay attention to my post #10 in particular.
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...he-blower.html
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...he-blower.html
Drifting
Joined: Dec 2011
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From: San Gabriel Valley California
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Welcome!
Lot's of guys driving C5's with 2 and 300,000 miles or more. Lot's of guys SuperCharging these things with lots of miles.
This platform and LS1 engine, can take a lot of beating, if you treat it right. Like a good horse, you can ride it hard all day, just brush it down good at night and feed him good food. He'll be ready to do it again, tomorrow.
You will love C5 Corvette.
Do a google search, for almost any question you have. For instance google 'how to clean radiators on C5 Corvettes'. You'll get a number of links to threads here on the Forum, where guys tell just how to do that. C5 is a bottom feeder, and sucks up leaves, twigs, papers, etc up near the radiator which blocks air flow and then leads to higher operating temps. You need to get under there, and clean that out, from time to time.
And you can ask directly here on the Forum, any question, and there are always some great and very knowledgeable guys here to help.
Good luck,
Don
Lot's of guys driving C5's with 2 and 300,000 miles or more. Lot's of guys SuperCharging these things with lots of miles.
This platform and LS1 engine, can take a lot of beating, if you treat it right. Like a good horse, you can ride it hard all day, just brush it down good at night and feed him good food. He'll be ready to do it again, tomorrow.
You will love C5 Corvette.
Do a google search, for almost any question you have. For instance google 'how to clean radiators on C5 Corvettes'. You'll get a number of links to threads here on the Forum, where guys tell just how to do that. C5 is a bottom feeder, and sucks up leaves, twigs, papers, etc up near the radiator which blocks air flow and then leads to higher operating temps. You need to get under there, and clean that out, from time to time.
And you can ask directly here on the Forum, any question, and there are always some great and very knowledgeable guys here to help.
Good luck,
Don
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From: Santa Rosa Beach FL
Read through this thread:
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...must-read.html
And this one:
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...l-in-here.html
That should about sum it up except for the column lock issue and the EBCM issue.
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...must-read.html
And this one:
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...l-in-here.html
That should about sum it up except for the column lock issue and the EBCM issue.
Other than that, 8Vette7 is always spot on with expert advise
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I recommend the LMC5 as the best column lock fix.
I consider the LMC5 to be the best Column Lock problem permanent fix out there. It also does not require you to “undo” any previous CL attempts to resolve this issue. Their eBay ads have a good video that shows the install at the BCM. It does not cover everything in the written instructions. So, read the instructions and also here is some extra info. In some cases, the BCM timing is off just enough to cause some issues. They make several versions and they can swap out/provide one of these if you have any issues. Their customer support is as good as it gets.
Not uncommon for people to "put the column in a pre-lock condition" and not know it and then start with the install. In other words, they started with the column lock “energized’ even if it was not actually locked yet. If not actually locked yet, it will be as soon as you turn the steering wheel after the LMC5 install. It will then remain in the locked condition until you cause the motor to unlock. It will then remain in the unlocked condition since the motor is then unpowered with the circuits disconnected.
Here is one way to prevent that if your column locks and unlocks normally:
If the CL is functioning normally you don't not need the Unlocker, merely turn the ignition ON, pull fuse #23, turn ignition OFF, turn the steering wheel (left and right) and verify it is unlocked. Next, disconnect the negative battery terminal, re-insert fuse #23 and continue with the install.
Compliance Parts website: http://complianceparts.com/index.html
I consider the LMC5 to be the best Column Lock problem permanent fix out there. It also does not require you to “undo” any previous CL attempts to resolve this issue. Their eBay ads have a good video that shows the install at the BCM. It does not cover everything in the written instructions. So, read the instructions and also here is some extra info. In some cases, the BCM timing is off just enough to cause some issues. They make several versions and they can swap out/provide one of these if you have any issues. Their customer support is as good as it gets.
Not uncommon for people to "put the column in a pre-lock condition" and not know it and then start with the install. In other words, they started with the column lock “energized’ even if it was not actually locked yet. If not actually locked yet, it will be as soon as you turn the steering wheel after the LMC5 install. It will then remain in the locked condition until you cause the motor to unlock. It will then remain in the unlocked condition since the motor is then unpowered with the circuits disconnected.
Here is one way to prevent that if your column locks and unlocks normally:
If the CL is functioning normally you don't not need the Unlocker, merely turn the ignition ON, pull fuse #23, turn ignition OFF, turn the steering wheel (left and right) and verify it is unlocked. Next, disconnect the negative battery terminal, re-insert fuse #23 and continue with the install.
Compliance Parts website: http://complianceparts.com/index.html